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Flight deals from London Stansted to Cape Town

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Stansted to Cape Town? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Cape Town.$1,250 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Apr, returning Tue, 13 May.Return flight with Ryanair and Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Stansted on Tue, 29 Apr, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 13 May, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,250, select.
Cape Town.$1,324 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 May, returning Thu, 22 May.Return flight with Ryanair and Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Stansted on Sat, 17 May, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 22 May, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,324, select.
Cape Town.$1,355 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Mar, returning Wed, 2 Apr.Return flight with Ryanair and Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Stansted on Wed, 26 Mar, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 2 Apr, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,355, select.
Cape Town.$1,479 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Apr, returning Wed, 9 Apr.Return flight with Ryanair and Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Stansted on Wed, 2 Apr, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 9 Apr, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,479, select.
Cape Town.$1,496 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 May, returning Sat, 7 Jun.Return flight with Ryanair and Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Stansted on Sat, 24 May, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Sat, 7 Jun, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,496, select.
Cape Town.$1,535 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep, returning Tue, 16 Sep.Return flight with Ryanair and Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Stansted on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,535, select.
Cape Town.$1,689 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Jun, returning Mon, 9 Jun.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from London Stansted on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,689, select.
Cape Town.$1,689 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Nov, returning Tue, 20 Jan.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from London Stansted on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 20 Jan, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,689, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Stansted to Cape Town

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Stansted to Cape Town flights are currently cheapest in May.
Mar
from $2,291
Apr
from $1,479
May
from $1,324
Jun
from $1,689
Jul
from $1,940
Aug
from $2,009
Sep
from $1,535
Oct
from $1,844
Nov
from $1,691
Dec
from $1,837
Jan
from $1,985
Feb
from $1,983

London Stansted to Cape Town: Alternative routes

Compare routes from London Stansted to Cape Town below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cape Town.

London to Cape Town: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,250
Cheapest month to flyApril

Finding cheap flights from London Stansted to Cape Town: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from London Stansted to Cape Town is $1,250. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from London Stansted to Cape Town. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,250.
As of March 2025, there are no flights flying from London Stansted to Cape Town.
The cheapest month to fly from London Stansted to Cape Town is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Stansted Airport to Cape Town Airport on Tuesday, 29 April 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between London Stansted Airport and Cape Town Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cape Town but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cape Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cape Town.

Travelling from Stansted Airport (STN) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know

  • During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.

  • Finding a stopover on flights from Stansted Airport to Cape Town International Airport is simple with our search tool. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see all the available options. Dubai Airport is a popular stopover when journeying from STN to CPT.

  • Remember, you might need a visa to enter South Africa. Visa regulations can vary and travel documentation requirements change frequently. Before organising your cheap ticket from STN to CPT, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.

How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Stansted Airport to Cape Town International Airport is $580. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,250. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap flight tickets from STN to CPT if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.

  • If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when looking for a ticket from Stansted Airport to Cape Town International Airport.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you from looking for cheap flight tickets from STN to CPT every day.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Stansted Airport to Cape Town International Airport.

Handy information about Stansted Airport (STN)

  • The journey from central London to Stansted Airport takes about 1 hour and 27 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or hail a cab, you'll cover the 64 kilometres in 1 hour or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want an easy way to start to your journey? Stay near STN. Whether you have an early flight from Stansted Airport to Cape Town International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town

  • Cape Town International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Cape Town. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 21 minutes.

When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Stansted Airport to Cape Town International Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Cape Town. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.

  • Before locking in your flight from Stansted Airport to Cape Town International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Cape Town, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC to 27ºC.

  • Look for cheap flight tickets from STN to CPT in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 19ºC on average.

More about Cape Town

  • As soon as you've booked your flights from STN to CPT, you'll need to find a hotel in Cape Town. Make one of these options your base for exploring this top destination:

  • Table Mountain and Battery Park @ V&A Waterfront are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Cape Town travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Robben Island.

Complete your Cape Town trip with hotels and a car rental

  • Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Cape Town International Airport, browse the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Cape Town holiday.

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Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.